We used to play music for fun. Much more than now. Now nobody picks up a guitar unless they're paid for it.
Leonard CohenIt is different [to perform in Israel] because it arises from very deep wells of affiliation.
Leonard CohenMy friends are gone and my hair is grey. I ache in places I used to play. And Iโm crazy for love but Iโm not coming on. Iโm just paying my rent every day in the tower of song.
Leonard Cohen